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Canning Jars

As summer approaches, so does berry season. Strawberries will be ready for picking in about mid-June, and I’m gearing up. That means canning jars. I want to get away from staid Ball Jars this year, and find something that will look a little nicer on my kitchen shelves. Here are the best options I’ve found:

My favorite (I just ordered several trays of them): Weck Jars. The company only takes orders by mail, unfortunately, but you can order them online from Lehman’s. (Note that Lehman’s calls them “German canning jars,” not Weck jars.)

I also like Leifheit Jars, which are a cool shape and are available at Sur La Table.

And then, for a really minimal, streamlined jar, SKS has some nice options, as well as suggestions as to what fruits and veggies should go into which specific sized jars.